CSU received a late commitment from Sierra College (Ca.) offensive tackle Jordan Finley and his coach says the Rams are getting a good one. GGN breaks down his game and what he brings to the table immediately for a young CSU line in 2014, plus his coach gives foresight into the athletic tackle.[details]

Notes: Parade All-American as a California prep. As a true freshman in 2008, appeared in 10 games as a reserve left tackle. Did not suit up against Notre Dame (ankle). Started the first 12 games at right tackle in '09 (was academically ineligible for the Trojans' bowl game). Had right thumb surgery prior to '10 spring practice. In the fall, started all 12 games played at right tackle and added a pair of blocked PATs. Was hobbled by ankle sprains the second half of the season and did not play against Notre Dame after hurting his knee against Oregon State. Won the Morris Trophy, given to the Pacific-10 Conference's top lineman. Was a 20-year-old junior. Did not work out at the Combine after having surgery on his right meniscus tear on Dec. 17.

Positives: Extremely athletic physical specimen with rare arm length and huge mitts - looks exactly how scouts would draw up a left tackle. Rolls his hips and can create some movement in the run game. Can adjust to movement in space, hook, seal and gain an edge. Outstanding feet to shuffle and slide. Great body control. Is one of the youngest players in the draft, everything is front of him and he is dripping with upside. Impressed evaluators by adding roughly 25 pounds after the season.

Negatives: Struggled to hold weight during his career and playing weight was close to 280 pounds. Tends to play too narrow-based and shows some stiffness that could create a balance deficiency. Does not play with power in his body. Inconsistent technician. Lacks football intelligence and is very raw - will require time to adapt to an NFL playbook and sort out what he sees. Is too often late off the ball. Can be short-circuited by complex blitz packages. Passive football temperament.

Summary: Ability to bulk up considerably before the Combine squelched concerns about his lack of mass and he is clearly the most athletically gifted left tackle in the draft. However, with Matt Kalil manning the left side, Smith has remained on the right throughout his career, and questions still exist about how well he will be able to adapt to playing on the left side, especially given how much a former Trojan predecessor, Winston Justice, struggled to acclimate to the left side in the pros. May not be ready to plug and play, but physically has tools to warrant early consideration. Concerns about football IQ could affect his draft status.